https://nax.today/feed/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya Welcome to https://nax.today feed url page Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:34:56 +0300 en-US akika.digital@gmail.com hourly 1 10 https://nax.today/feed/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya https://nax.today/theme/frontend/assets/img/logo.png Welcome to https://nax.today feed url page https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3754/ai-everything-kenya-x-gitex-2026-shaping-future-kenya-ai https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3754/ai-everything-kenya-x-gitex-2026-shaping-future-kenya-ai This event takes place from May 19 to 21, 2026, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) and Sarit Expo Centre. GITEX. It stands for the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition and is one of the world’s largest tech platforms. Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3752/kenya-finance-bill-2026-weighing-impact-on-tech-costs https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3752/kenya-finance-bill-2026-weighing-impact-on-tech-costs The bill adds a 25% excise duty on smartphones and removes the VAT exemption for digital financial services. Tue, 19 May 2026 11:34:59 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3750/ncic-condemns-meru-leaders-over-commissioner-transfer https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3750/ncic-condemns-meru-leaders-over-commissioner-transfer The Commission stated that statements or utterances that lead to ethnic incitement constitute a violation of Section 62 of the NCIC Act, and the Commission has initiated a formal investigation Mon, 18 May 2026 17:21:53 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3746/fuel-hike-strands-commuters-amid-matatu-strike-nationwide https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3746/fuel-hike-strands-commuters-amid-matatu-strike-nationwide As of Monday May 18, 2026, commuters have been seen stranded in some parts of the country due to the strike. Many residents who regularly use matatus have been forced to walk or seek alternative means of transportation. Mon, 18 May 2026 12:22:04 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3747/kenyas-child-abduction-crisis-silent-national-emergency https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3747/kenyas-child-abduction-crisis-silent-national-emergency Kenyans on social media are becoming increasingly vocal. Sharing their frustrations and missing-child alerts, they are also issuing calls to action following the repeated tragedies. Mon, 18 May 2026 11:27:11 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3738/media-council-to-host-14th-annual-media-excellence-awards https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3738/media-council-to-host-14th-annual-media-excellence-awards The summit will bring together journalists, media owners, government representatives, civil society, academics, and development partners. Organizers say the gathering will highlight the vital role of a free, ethical, and independent media in strengthening Thu, 14 May 2026 15:18:40 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3729/nps-condemns-harassment-of-female-traffic-officer-in-nakuru https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3729/nps-condemns-harassment-of-female-traffic-officer-in-nakuru The press statement further confirms that the motorist is a fellow police officer. The National Police Service condemned the behaviour depicted by the male officer, describing it as unlawful Fri, 08 May 2026 16:57:27 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3728/chinese-firm-to-rebuild-kenyas-deadly-nithi-bridge-safely https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3728/chinese-firm-to-rebuild-kenyas-deadly-nithi-bridge-safely The move brings relief to motorists and residents who have endured years of tragedy at one of Kenya’s deadliest road black spots. The current section of the Makutano–Embu–Meru (A9) highway is notorious for its steep gradients and sharp curves, which have Thu, 07 May 2026 17:15:01 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3726/kihika-defends-record-challenges-endless-leadership-shifts https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3726/kihika-defends-record-challenges-endless-leadership-shifts She argued that when new leaders take office, it takes them about three years to understand the work. By the time they settle, only one year remains before another election, and the cycle of change begins again. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:08:56 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3719/ruto-nuclear-energy-sets-kenya-on-first-world-path https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3719/ruto-nuclear-energy-sets-kenya-on-first-world-path Siaya Governor James Orengo says Siaya County is ready to play a pivotal role offering not just land, but a stable, supportive, and forward-looking environment for this historic venture. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:12:37 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3718/nakuru-invests-155-million-to-end-preventable-birth-deaths https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3718/nakuru-invests-155-million-to-end-preventable-birth-deaths Nakuru County has officially become the first county in Kenya to join the Healthy Birth Initiative (HBI), a landmark commitment to end preventable maternal and neonatal deaths. The move signals a decisive step in the county’s mission to make safe birth a Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:39:25 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3716/kihika-declares-nakuru-set-for-uda-grassroots-elections-this-saturday https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3716/kihika-declares-nakuru-set-for-uda-grassroots-elections-this-saturday The UDA grassroots elections are internal party polls aimed at electing officials at the polling centre level, including chairpersons, secretaries, and treasurers. The Repeat Phase III elections in Nakuru are being conducted in select polling centres to s Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:59:09 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3703/farmers-seek-a-stronger-voice-in-kenyas-seed-law-review https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3703/farmers-seek-a-stronger-voice-in-kenyas-seed-law-review The process of developing the memorandum began several months ago with planning led by the Seed Savers Network, an organization advocating for farmers’ rights to save and exchange indigenous seeds. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:17:09 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3708/meeting-seeks-to-shield-kenyans-from-global-economic-shocks https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3708/meeting-seeks-to-shield-kenyans-from-global-economic-shocks The Principal Secretary (PS) for the National Treasury, Chris Kiptoo, warns that the conflict poses significant risks to both global and domestic economies. He cites potential disruptions to supply chains and logistics, rising energy and fertilizer costs, Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:19:38 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3707/tuju-arrested-at-police-station-hours-after-resurfacing%E2%80%94lawyers-say-no-booking-made https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3707/tuju-arrested-at-police-station-hours-after-resurfacing%E2%80%94lawyers-say-no-booking-made According to the DCI, intelligence and forensic analysis showed he was at his residence throughout the period. The agency described the incident as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public, undermine the integrity of law enforcement, and generate sympa Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:31:01 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3702/forums-on-digital-agriculture-policy-bill-start-march-23 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3702/forums-on-digital-agriculture-policy-bill-start-march-23 The Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Agriculture and Livestock Development Mutahi Kagwe is formally inviting Kenyans to take part in public participation forums on the Draft Agricultural Data, Information and Digital Policy 2026 and the Draft Digital Agricultur Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3701/government-powers-youth-to-monetize-digital-ideas https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3701/government-powers-youth-to-monetize-digital-ideas The Principal Secretary (PS) for ICT and Digital Economy John Tanui affirms that the government is deliberately empowering youth to monetize content, scale enterprises, and build indigenous platforms by collaborating with global players like Meta and YouT Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:20:40 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3700/subsidized-fertilizer-pick%E2%80%91up-points-near-you-in-nakuru https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3700/subsidized-fertilizer-pick%E2%80%91up-points-near-you-in-nakuru In Gilgil Subcounty, farmers will collect from Kiambogo Education Hall in Elementaita Ward and Karunga Farmers Association in Morendat Ward. Kuresoi North residents will access fertilizer at Kiptororo, Sachoran CDF Hall in Sirikwa, Kamara CDF Hall, and Ka Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:28:57 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3695/how-nakuru-city-is-building-safety-mobility-and-growth https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3695/how-nakuru-city-is-building-safety-mobility-and-growth For decades, insecurity defined Nakuru’s nights. Urban crime surged in the late 1990s and early 2000s as industrial decline fueled unemployment. The notorious Confirm Gang gained prominence through mobile money fraud and violent robberies, and by 2022, th Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3699/reuben-kigame-calls-for-law-to-limit-presidential-contracts https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3699/reuben-kigame-calls-for-law-to-limit-presidential-contracts “We must end the practice of presidents signing long‑term contracts on behalf of Kenyans and then walking away with immunity once they leave office. A leader elected for five or ten years cannot bind the nation to obligations that stretch fifteen years or Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3694/kenya-commits-to-universal-power-at-powering-africa-summit https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3694/kenya-commits-to-universal-power-at-powering-africa-summit The Principal Secretary (PS) for Energy Alex Wachira outlined these commitments during the Powering Africa Summit (PAS2026) at the W Marriott in Washington, D.C., held on March 19–20, 2026. The summit focused on strengthening energy partnerships between t Sat, 21 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3693/crime-detectives-nab-gang-leader-in-nakuru-seize-weapons https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3693/crime-detectives-nab-gang-leader-in-nakuru-seize-weapons Maina is alleged to be the ringleader of the outlawed Isilando sect, a criminal outfit linked to violent robberies and a troubling history of unlawful assembly, incitement to violence, and drug trafficking. His name has long featured prominently in invest Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:31:16 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3687/kenyas-flood-crisis-leaves-families-struggling https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3687/kenyas-flood-crisis-leaves-families-struggling Mothers and newborns are among the most vulnerable. In Hazina Village, South B, Nairobi, 18‑year‑old Angela Penina waded through shoulder‑high floodwaters carrying her week‑old baby to safety in a pub, where strangers sheltered her overnight, according to Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3691/kenyans-online-highlight-struggles-in-viral-salary-clip https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3691/kenyans-online-highlight-struggles-in-viral-salary-clip “Before you reach home, put 2k and send to your parents if they are still around. 1k give it to any children’s home to buy bread—then plan with 17k. Unconditional doors will open after that!” Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3690/national-infrastructure-fund-to-drive-expansive-storage https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3690/national-infrastructure-fund-to-drive-expansive-storage “Decisions about water must involve everyone including women and children. This participation should extend to conservation, catchment restoration, and all other engagements tied to key decisions on conservation and integrated water management. Women and Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:21:12 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3688/ruto-launches-sgr-extension-eyes-trade-boost https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3688/ruto-launches-sgr-extension-eyes-trade-boost The Naivasha-Kisumu main line will span 264km, complemented by an 8.69km line branching to the proposed new Kisumu Port while the Kisumu- Malaba section will cover 107km, seamlessly linking Kenya to Uganda and the wider region. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 17:15:58 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3685/gen-z-surge-tuko-kadi-and-the-youth-political-awakening https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3685/gen-z-surge-tuko-kadi-and-the-youth-political-awakening Kenya’s Gen Z are increasingly aware of their political power, and the Tuko Kadi campaign is channeling that energy into early voter registration. The movement thrives on a digital‑first strategy, using social media platforms, memes, and creative storytel Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:34:15 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3686/national-youth-service-pushes-recruitment-to-march-21 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3686/national-youth-service-pushes-recruitment-to-march-21 Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary (CS) Kipchumba Murkomen declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a public holiday to mark Idd-ul-Fitr, giving Kenyans a long weekend at the close of Ramadan. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 12:31:12 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3684/idd-ul-fitr-murkomen-declares-march-20-a-public-holiday https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3684/idd-ul-fitr-murkomen-declares-march-20-a-public-holiday Idd-ul-Fitr, the Festival of Breaking the Fast, crowns the month‑long Ramadan. Across Kenya, Muslims will gather for Salat al-Eid prayers, extend Zakat al-Fitr charity, and share festive meals with family and friends. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:59:54 +0300 https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3674/national-infrastructure-fund-promise-lingering-doubts https://nax.today/slider-stories-breaking-news-and-top-stories-in-kenya/article/3674/national-infrastructure-fund-promise-lingering-doubts “When we debated the new Constitution between 2008 and 2010, we were also approving and launching the first plan for Vision 2030. We knew infrastructure would be essential. Fast forward: we now have a new Constitution, but our politics are structured so t Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:12:12 +0300